Iran behind low-level ‘hybrid warfare’ attacks in UK and Europe, analysts say
Summary
Investigators and security officials say Iranian intelligence and Revolutionary Guards are recruiting teenagers through criminal contacts to carry out small attacks in Europe and the UK. These attacks target Jewish sites and groups linked to Iran’s opposition, and are seen as part of a campaign by Iran to pressure US allies and harm communities supportive of Israel.Key Facts
- Iranian intelligence and Revolutionary Guards are behind low-level "hybrid warfare" attacks in Europe and the UK.
- Teenagers are recruited via criminal networks and social media platforms like Snapchat.
- The first wave of attacks in March targeted Jewish sites in Belgium, the Netherlands, and US banks.
- The second wave focused on the UK with arson attacks on synagogues, a Jewish charity, and an Iranian opposition TV office in London.
- British police have arrested seven people for plotting firebombings and a teenager pleaded guilty to arson.
- Analysts say there is no direct proof but many factors suggest Iran’s involvement in this coordinated campaign.
- MI5 tracked over 20 Iran-backed plots in the UK in 12 months, including surveillance of Jewish sites in 2025.
- Similar attacks and recruitment tactics have been reported in Australia, the Netherlands, Spain, France, and Germany.
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